Private Half Day and Tour in Giza Pyramids & Great Sphinx

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What you'll see and do

1. The Pyramids Of Giza

   pickup from the requested location by your tour guide to start trip in The pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx are among the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and indeed already were even in Roman times. Each of these spectacular structures served as the final resting place of a king of the 4th Dynasty (c.2613–2494 BC). The Great Pyramid of Giza was built for king Khufu (c.2589–2566 BC), and the other two for Khafre and Menkaure, his son and grandson. Khufu’s pyramid is both the oldest and largest of the three, and the first building to exceed it in height would not be built for another 3,800 years!

   60 minutes here · Admission included

2. The Great Pyramid of Khufu

   The Great Pyramid, the tomb of King Khufu (c.2589–2566 BC), with its original height of 146.5 meters, was the tallest structure in the world for 3,800 years. It remains the last surviving member of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and took an estimated 10 to 20 years to build. To this day, it is not entirely certain how this was done. The Great Pyramid is made of local limestone, but its exterior was once entirely covered with high quality limestone. These casing stones were brought from Turah, south of Maadi, by ship. On the inside, the pyramid has three chambers, one cut into the bedrock underneath, and two high up within the masonry itself, a feature that no other pyramid possesses. The sarcophagus in which Khufu was once laid to rest can still be seen in the upper of these two rooms, the King’s Chamber. This room is accessed through the Grand Gallery, a majestic corbelled ascending passage, and a masterpiece of ancient engineering and architecture.

   60 minutes here · Admission included

3. Pyramid Complex of Khafre

   Khafre (c.2558–2532 BC), whom the ancient Greeks knew as Khefren, was a son of King Khufu (Cheops), the builder of the Great Pyramid. He built the second pyramid complex at Giza, and constructed his tomb on slightly higher ground, making it appear just as tall as his father’s. At 143.5 meters in height, however, his pyramid is only slightly shorter, and a tremendously impressive monument. Its core masonry is made of blocks of local limestone. The top of the pyramid still preserves the beautifully polished blocks of high-quality limestone that once encased the majority of the structure’s towering height. This white stone was quarried in Turah, south of Maadi, and transported here by ship. The mortuary temple of Khafre at the foot of his pyramid and the valley temple at the end of the causeway are larger than any of those of older pyramids, and also among the best preserved of the Old Kingdom.

   30 minutes here · Admission included

4. Panoramic View of the Pyramids

   Panorama View Pyramids offers a unique experience on the Giza plateau, where visitors can see all nine pyramids in one line and take stunning pictures. The site also provides the opportunity for horse or camel rides, with these activities included in the visit. Additionally, guests can explore the Temple of Mummification and the Great Sphinx to capture amazing photos. After sightseeing, visitors have the chance to learn about ancient Egyptian papyrus-making at the Papyrus gallery and shop for souvenirs.

   60 minutes here · Admission included

5. Great Sphinx

   Colossal statues are one of the hallmarks of ancient Egyptian civilization, and the Great Sphinx of Giza is the most famous. It was carved directly out of the bedrock during the 4th Dynasty (c.2613–2494 BC), which also makes it the oldest. Ancient Egyptian sphinxes represented the king with the body of a lion, in a clear demonstration of his power. The evidence points to the Great Sphinx having been carved during the reign of Khafre (Khefren to the ancient Greeks; c.2558–2532 BC), the builder of the second of the Giza pyramids. The Great Sphinx and the temple in front of it, called the Sphinx Temple, lie directly next to Khafre’s valley temple and the lower portion of the causeway leading up to his mortuary temple and pyramid. Careful archaeological analysis has revealed that the valley temple was finished before work was begun on the Great Sphinx and its temple. Analysis of the Great Sphinx’s facial features has also revealed striking similarities with those of Khafre’s statues.

   60 minutes here · Admission included

6. Cairo

   After having complete visit to the pyramids, if you preferring go to local Market(Bazaar) for gift and souvenirs, then we will transfer to your accommodation in Giza or Cairo Down town>

   30 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• All Inc & Grand Museum(GEM)

  All Inc & Grand Museum(GEM): All inclusive Tour: Entry Tickets of Grand Egyptian Museum + Giza pyramids Area + Car + Guide + camel ride 30 minutes + lunch Pickup included

• All inclusive (VIP)

  All inclusive & Inside pyramid: All inclusive: Car + Guide + Entry fees giza pyramids area+inside Kinds & queen pyramids+ Vip lunch + 30 minutes camel ride Pickup included

• Private Full Day pyramids

  Private Full Day pyramids: Private Day: Entry fees Giza pyramids, Memphis and sakkara pyramids(step pyramid)+Mit Rahina Museum+ car + Guide + Lunch Pickup included

• Car+ Guide+fees+camel+Lunch

  Car+ Guide+fees+camel+Lunch: Car+ Guide+Area Entry fees+camel Ride 30 min+Lunch pickup included Pickup included

• Car+ Guide+ Entry +Lunch

  Car+ Guide+ Entry +Lunch: Car+ Guide+ Area Entry fees+Lunch pickup included Pickup included

• Private Car + Tour Guide

  Private Car + Tour Guide : Tour with Egyptologist tour guide + Pickup icluded All Transfers by Private A/C Vehicle (Newest Model)+ Without Entry Fees Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 15 travelers per booking

Operated by

Elite Trips Egypt

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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